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Mark Watanabe
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A Reflection of Growth
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Viking Kayaks
As we near the end of 2014, it is time to reflect on what a great year it has been. First, YakAngler turned five years old. We celebrated our eighth Boondoggle, had our busiest year to date, welcomed thousands of new “YakAnglers” to the community, and saw a host of great products come to market.
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mark@yakangler.com editor
Greg Becker greg@yakangler.com Advertising and Retail Sales
Adam Hayes adam@yakangler.com layout and design
8 Point Marketing www.8pointmarketing.com YakAngler Christmas wish list is published once per year by YakAngler LLC 2009 Cedarcrest Drive Louisville, KY 40272 USA Phone: (502) 509-7310 Email: support@yakangler.com Website: www.yakangler.com
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Wilderness Systems
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Smith Optics
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With all of the great things that have happened in 2014, I am extremely excited for the upcoming holiday season. This is the time of year where we get to spend time with our loved ones, begin planning for next year, and perhaps put together a “Wish List” for Ol’ Saint Nick. In the following pages, we spotlight some great kayak fishing items you will want to add to your 2014 Christmas Wish List. On behalf of Mark, Greg, and all of our Pro Staff, I wish you and yours a wonderful holiday season.
Adam Hayes
Adam Hayes Marketing Director and Co Founder YakAngler LLC
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C-Tug Kayak Cart Company: Railblaza USA The C-TUG continues to amaze sport enthusiast with its rugged appeal, incredible strength and satisfying good looks. Built to last, it is made of non-corroding engineering polymers, with stainless steel reinforced axles. This cart is designed for all terrains to get you paddling in places you never dreamed of. The C-TUG requires no tools for assembly and assembles/ dismantles in seconds, allowing you to stow it in your kayak hatch for use at your next destination. click for more information
Predator XL Minn Kota Company: Old Town Canoes & Kayaks The Predator XL is a fully evolved kayak motorboat hybrid that allows you to easily adapt to any situation. Like the rest of the family, the XL incorporates all the innovative Predator Kayak features that put anglers at the top of the food chain. The Predator XL with Minn Kota motor provides completely hands-free navigation for trolling or structure fishing. The Predator XL is the most stable, customizable and highest capacity motorized fishing kayak available. click for more information
Angler Pro Plus
Profish Reload
Company: Bending Branches
Company: Viking Kayaks
Named the Kayak Fishing Paddle of the Year in 2013, the Angler Pro provides the highest level of performance in kayak fishing paddles. With a 100% carbon shaft and large, multi-laminate fiberglass blades, the Pro makes a real statement on the water. New in 2014, the Plus adjustable length ferrule is available, allowing 15cm of additional length.
The Viking Kayak Profish Reload is a sit-on-top kayak that is fast, stable, and easy to manage on and off the water making it the choice for anglers seeking touring endurance combined with stability. The Profish Reload features the Reload Tackle Pod System which offers the ability to have a fully integrated and removable depth finder, battery, and transducer setup combined with a large tackle storage space. If you haven’t paddled one, you’re missing out! click for more information
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Sunsect Company: Sunsect, Inc. Sunsect is a patented sunscreen/insect repellent (DEET) combination product that provides lasting protection against biting insects and damaging sunrays. It repels mosquitoes, ticks, no-see-ums, black flies, sand gnats, green-head biting flies, chiggers, gnats, chitras and other disease-carrying, biting insects. It is safe for children, unscented, non-greasy, water resistant, dries clear and lasts for hours. Won’t harm fishing line, or baits – live or artificial. Made in USA! click for more information
led lighting system company: NOCQUA Adventure Gear The world’s first and only high-performance, removable, rechargeable underwater LED lighting system. NOCQUA Adventure Gear is made for adventures who are ready to get out on the water past sunset and explore like never before. No matter your adventure, these durable waterproof lighting systems are the new, one-of-a-kind way to see and be seen. With NOCQUA Adventure Gear, there’s no need to let the fun stop when the sun goes down-that’s when it all begins. click for more information
LuminaLED Rechargeable Utility Light Company: Yak Gear The compact all-purpose light emits 360 degrees of ultrabright white or amber light to provide visibility and safety for outdoor recreation. This light comes from an array of 16 LED’s (8 white and 8 amber) that allows for versatility in different applications of outdoor recreation. When fully charged, this light will stay lit for 8-10 hours of constant use. Comes complete with 2 magnetic mounting discs and is shock/vibration proof, waterproof and it floats. click for more information
ram Fishfinder mounts company: RAM Mounting Systems From the bottom up RAM’s fishfinder mounts with cable management system allows you to hide your electronic cables keeping the deck of your boat organized. Being able to take advantage of RAM’s patented ball and socket system to keep your fishfinder in place combined with our new composite Pin-Lock™ security knob system for both the arm and the gimbal bracket gives you piece of mind that your electronics are not going to be easily stolen. RAM Mounts, your equipment secure. click for more information
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Java Press company: GSI Outdoors
DOCKSIDE Company: Smith Optics
GSI Outdoors’ personal 15-ounce size Commuter Java Press goes from trail to desk. Simply remove lid and inner carafe, add ground coffee to outer carafe, pour in water and stir gently to release air bubbles. Wait three-four minutes, put lid back on and plunge inner carafe slowly letting air come up as the water rises. The insulated cozy will take over to keep the coffee hot. Conveniently fits into car holders. click for more information
Perfect for spotting bonefish in the flats or summiting a late spring peak in the Rockies, the Dockside has what you need. Crafted in Italy using our world-class ChromaPop lenses, the 8-base wrap of this piece will ensure a perfect day no matter what your pursuit. Maximizing coverage and eliminating side-glare, the Dockside is designed to optimize the ChromaPop true color experience. click for more information
T-BONE Thresher 140 & 155 company: Wilderness Systems Introducing the next generation of performance big water sit-on-top kayaks. Built with both the aspiring and advanced angler in mind, the efficient hull satisfies the need to paddle long distances and is complemented by voluminous rails that provide stability for breaching waves. The rockered keel allows for a graceful surf back to shore. The sleek deck is optimized for maximum storage, capacity and accessibility, and features several advancements including the FlexPod OS removable console for consolidating fish finder electronics.
company: BooneDox The T-BONE is an adjustable truck bed extender made from aircraft grade aluminum. The curved design allows the consumer to traverse uneven ground without the worry of dragging and damaging their products. Boonedox crafts each T-BONE with aircraft aluminum, which makes it lightweight yet strong and 100% rust free. click for more information
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